If you live in, and are buying a vehicle from the EU, typically you would need to register said vehicle in the country you live in. 

As the new owner, you would need to ensure the following is completed:

• Get new licence plates.
• Show proof of ownership with the invoice (if bought from a professional seller) or sale contract (if bought from a private seller).
• Pass a road-worthiness test.
• Present proof that you have insurance cover.
• Pay vehicle registration and road taxes.

Because all of our sellers are required to provide a detailed and clear overview on documentation and any issues with the vehicle up front, the process involved with transferral of ownership should be a relatively straightforward one.

Please be aware that even though there is an EU wide law with regards to vehicle registration, local authorities do not always use them. In addition, even regions in the same country may have specific rules regarding this. We therefore strongly urge that you check with the relevant local government department before shipping the vehicle. 

The seller must also cancel the registration in their own country and return the licence plate to the relevant authorities. As the buyer, you would need to cover the paperwork costs, unless an arrangement is made with the seller.

There may be occurrences where a certificate of conformity (CoC) is required, but was not initially provided with the documentation upon purchase. A CoC is a document containing information on the vehicle, such as the approval number, the technical specifications and other data to guarantee the free circulation of cars in the European Union. These can be obtained via request to the manufacturer, and its expense should be covered by the buyer. If a seller has a CoC, it will be included in the object description. In addition to this, vehicles without the EU specification (e.g. vehicles manufactured for the American or Japanese market) and converted vehicles do not have a CoC. Furthermore, any car that is older than 30 years does not need a CoC.

 It's also possible to get a historical certificate for a classic car through the specific authority (e.g. in Italy is ASI) or car club.